100 Examples of sentences containing the noun "dam"

Definition

A "dam" is a barrier constructed to obstruct the flow of water or to hold back water in a reservoir, often used for hydroelectric power generation, flood control, or irrigation. It can also refer to the female parent of an animal, particularly in breeding contexts.

Synonyms

• Barrier
• Dike
• Levee
• Embankment
• Reservoir (when referring to the water body created)

Antonyms

• Release
• Flow
• Egress
• Outflow

Examples

1. The engineers decided to dam the river to create a reservoir.
2. They plan to dam the valley to control flooding.
3. The old dam was built over a century ago.
4. The construction crew will dam the stream by next summer.
5. She watched as they began to dam the waterway.
6. The project aims to dam several smaller rivers.
7. They will dam the area to preserve the wildlife habitat.
8. The government approved the plan to dam the lake.
9. We need to dam this section to prevent overflow.
10. The city council voted to dam the creek for safety reasons.
11. He was excited to see them dam the river.
12. The project will dam the waters for irrigation purposes.
13. Engineers are working to dam the fast-flowing river.
14. The new design will help to dam the area more efficiently.
15. It took years to dam the valley properly.
16. They need to dam the area to stop the erosion.
17. The dam built in the 1980s is still functional.
18. They will dam the river to generate hydroelectric power.
19. The team will dam the stream before winter.
20. It’s crucial to dam the water source to maintain levels.
21. She was tasked with overseeing the dam construction.
22. The government plans to dam the river to supply water.
23. The environmental impact of dam projects is often debated.
24. They need to dam the area to increase water levels.
25. The proposal to dam the river was met with resistance.
26. They had to dam the floodwaters quickly.
27. He watched as they began to dam the creek.
28. The old dam still holds a significant amount of water.
29. They are going to dam the river this spring.
30. The decision to dam the area was controversial.
31. It took months to dam the river properly.
32. The workers will dam the inlet by the end of the week.
33. They are installing gates to dam the flow of water.
34. The plans to dam the river were finalized last month.
35. He was hired to help dam the surrounding areas.
36. The goal is to dam the water for future use.
37. They managed to dam the stream before the storm arrived.
38. The new project aims to dam several tributaries.
39. She suggested they dam the river to improve fishing conditions.
40. They will dam the water to increase the reservoir's capacity.
41. The engineers will dam the river with concrete barriers.
42. It’s essential to dam the area to protect the infrastructure.
43. The team has been trained to dam water efficiently.
44. They will need to dam the river for the construction.
45. The dam has been a crucial part of the local ecosystem.
46. They are working to dam the area to enhance its beauty.
47. The plan is to dam the river and create a recreational area.
48. They had to dam the waters to stabilize the bank.
49. The government approved funding to dam the estuary.
50. He was excited to see the new dam being constructed.
51. They will dam the river to protect the community.
52. The process to dam the river takes meticulous planning.
53. The engineers were able to dam the river successfully.
54. She didn’t realize they were going to dam the whole valley.
55. The project will dam the river and create jobs.
56. They decided to dam the wetlands for better management.
57. The old dam needs repairs to continue functioning.
58. To dam the river, they need heavy machinery.
59. The proposal to dam the area is under review.
60. They managed to dam the floodwaters in time.
61. His job was to help dam the water supply.
62. They were excited to dam the river for additional power.
63. The team will soon dam the area to prevent erosion.
64. They worked hard to dam the creek before winter.
65. The dam has become a popular tourist attraction.
66. They need to dam the tributary to manage water flow.
67. The new dam project received funding from the government.
68. She was surprised to learn they would dam the river.
69. The community rallied to support the plan to dam the area.
70. This project aims to dam the stream for better irrigation.
71. They were determined to dam the valley despite opposition.
72. The engineers were able to dam the river without incident.
73. It’s important to dam the area before the rainy season.
74. The wildlife was affected when they decided to dam the river.
75. The team needed to dam the water to start repairs.
76. The old dam still serves its purpose well.
77. They had to dam the river quickly to prevent flooding.
78. The decision to dam the area was met with mixed reactions.
79. The plans to dam the river were ambitious.
80. They will dam the stream to improve local fisheries.
81. The team worked tirelessly to dam the flow of water.
82. The new dam will provide water for several communities.
83. She was impressed by the ability to dam the river efficiently.
84. They need to dam the water to maintain the ecosystem.
85. The project to dam the river is nearly complete.
86. He volunteered to help dam the area during the project.
87. They plan to dam the brook for future use.
88. The construction team was eager to dam the river.
89. The proposal to dam the river sparked a heated debate.
90. The goal is to dam the area to control the water supply.
91. She watched the workers dam the water with great interest.
92. To dam the river effectively requires skilled labor.
93. The local government decided to dam the creek for flood control.
94. They are working to dam the river for hydroelectric power.
95. The dam provides recreational opportunities for the community.
96. They were able to dam the river without any issues.
97. The new designs will allow them to dam water more effectively.
98. The decision to dam the area was a significant one.
99. He was thrilled to see them dam the river successfully.
100. They need to dam the water quickly to avoid disaster.